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First there was the D3.
Then we did it again with the D700.
Today, we complete the FX-format family with our new top-of-the range premium D-SLR - the D3X.
Built on the reliability, handling and durability of the award-winning D3, the D3X offers an image sensor with astonishingly high resolution, breaking new ground in imaging quality.
The all-new 24.5MP CMOS sensor makes this new model suitable for the broadest range of shooting situations, both in the studio and on location, and will be especially appreciated for nature photography, studio work and fashion.
This is without doubt Nikon’s highest quality camera to date.
You’ve met the family.
Now meet the boss. |
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| The D3X has a new Nikon FX-format CMOS sensor with 24.5 effective megapixels, which covers an area of 35.9 x 24.0 mm. The pixel characteristics have been optimised to provide a higher S/N ratio and wider dynamic range by securing a greater amount of light received by each pixel. This reduces lost highlights and shadows, and ensures smoother tone reproduction with minimised noise. |
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| At normal setting, the D3X offers a wide range of sensitivity — from ISO 100 (suitable for a wide variety of studio situations) to ISO 1600 (for low light hand held shooting). The sensitivity range can be increased by two stops (up to ISO 6400 equivalent) and decreased by one stop (down to ISO 50 equivalent), offering an even greater diversity of shooting possibilities. Auto sensitivity control is also available. |
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| The Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus sensor module (originally within the D3) offers proven outstanding performance. All 51 focus points, including the 15 cross-type sensors located at the center, are effective in all AF NIKKOR lenses with a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or larger. Three AF-area modes - Single point, Dynamic-area AF and Auto-area AF - are available to maximise the use of the 51 focus points by selecting the most suitable one to match subject conditions. Nikon’s Scene Recognition System allows subject identification and applies tracking information to improve subject acquisition performance in Dynamic-area AF mode, and focus accuracy for human subjects in Auto-area AF mode. |
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| Just like the D3, the D3X achieves a start-up time of 0.12 seconds*4 and a shutter release time lag of 0.04 seconds*3*4. It delivers a continuous shooting speed of approximately 5 frames per second in FX format (36 x 24) or 5:4 (30 x 24), and 7 frames per second in DX format (24 x 16)*4*5. Also, the D3X is fully compatible with UDMA, the new-generation high-speed card that enables 35-MB recording. |
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| Magnesium alloy is used for the exterior cover, chassis and mirror box to create a lightweight body and to ensure reliability in rugged conditions. O-ring sealing at critical connected parts effectively restricts dust and moisture. The shutter unit uses a new material (carbon fiber/Kevlar® hybrid) for the shutter blades, guaranteeing excellent durability through 300,000-cycle release tests. |
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